Do you want a career where you can make a difference? You’re in the right place.

With us, you’re not just a colleague, you’re a Member. You’ll own a share of the business.

You’ll be able to make a positive impact in your community, joining us in our mission to create a sustainable Society, and working alongside a team of passionate people who’ll help you grow.

Whether you’re looking for a career in retail, funeral, masonry, floristry or at the support centre, we’ve got opportunities for you.

Why Central Co-op?

We believe in doing things differently.

We’re more than a business. We're a co-op.

That means we're owned by our Members: the colleagues who work alongside us; plus, the hundreds of thousands of people who shop in our supermarkets and florists or are helped through our funeral services.

Our purpose goes beyond making profit. It's about creating a sustainable Society for all.

Community

Different roles, shared goals

At Central Co-op, everyone is welcome.

Our team is made up of individuals with different backgrounds, skills, and experience. What we share is a passion for making a difference to our customers, Members, and communities.

You can learn more about our family of businesses here.

 
Retail
Funeral
Support Centre

Whoever we are, whatever we do, every minute of every day we make a difference for our members, our customers and each other.

We are the difference makers
We work together with purpose

We work together with purpose

We are united in our purpose, working as one team, taking ownership of our work, and supporting each other to achieve our potential as individuals and as a Society.

We’re better every day

We’re better every day

We’re always seeking ways to do things better: encouraging new ideas, and removing complexity. We create opportunities for everyone to grow and develop, and we’re proud to celebrate our progress.

We’re a caring community

We’re a caring community

We’re an inclusive, caring and warm community: we truly appreciate and respect every one of our colleagues, Members and customers. Everyone matters.

We make a difference for our Members and customers

We make a difference for our Members and customers

We’re passionate about giving our Members and customers the products they want, need and love, always looking to make life better for everyone through everything we do.

Our people make progress

From Apprentices to Executives, we’ve got roles for all. We’re proud to support our colleagues and offer training and opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

We pride ourselves on our flexibility with family, community, and wellbeing at the heart of our business, so just let us know if you want to work flexibly.

If you’re looking to start your journey, return to work, or change direction, we’ll have something that’s right for you.

“We’ve progressed loads, we are innovating a lot of our stores and really working on customer experience”
“A typical day would include really making sure you are monitoring the customer, the market and the competitors”
“It’s been really good to me and I’ve always wanted to give something back, and I’ve really enjoyed my time working here”

Find your fit

Latest

Factory Operative- Level 1

Location
Nottingham
Department
Funeral
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
40
Company Name
TERRY SMITH LTD - 520001
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Latest

Customer Services Assistant - Insomnia Barista

Location
BAKEWELL
Department
Food Retail
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
20
Company Name
BAKEWELL INSOMNIA CAFE - 100155
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Latest

Maintenance Assistant

Location
Lichfield
Department
SSC Facilities
Advertising Salary
£25,000 pa
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
39
Company Name
FOOD - 107302
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Latest

Customer Services Assistant - Instore Bakery

Location
SWADLINCOTE
Department
Customer Services Assistant
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term
Hours Per Week
21
Company Name
MEASHAM STORE - 100745
Contract Dates
1st october 2024
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Latest

Property Project Delivery Manager

Location
Lichfield
Department
Food Retail
Advertising Salary
£40,000 - £45,000
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
39
Company Name
COMMERCIAL FORMAT PROPOSITION AND DELIVERY - 270005
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Latest

Customer Services Assistant

New Store
Location
Scunthorpe
Department
Customer Services Assistant
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
16
Company Name
SCUNTHORPE - 100290
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Latest

Customer Services Assistant

Location
Leicester
Department
Customer Services Assistant
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
8
Company Name
TURNBULL DRIVE STORE - 100918
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Latest

Customer Services Assistant

Location
PETERBOROUGH
Department
Customer Services Assistant
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term
Hours Per Week
8
Company Name
HEMPSTED, COLUMBUS ROAD STORE - 100284
Contract Dates
2 month
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Latest

Customer Services Assistant - Instore Bakery

Location
King's Lynn
Department
Customer Services Assistant
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term
Hours Per Week
12
Company Name
TERRINGTON STORE - 100646
Contract Dates
4 months from start date
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Latest

Team Leader

Location
Brampton
Department
Food Retail
Advertising Salary
£13.62 per hour
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
39
Company Name
BRAMPTON RETAIL - 100433
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Latest

Store Manager

Location
Hertfordshire
Department
Food Retail
Advertising Salary
£45551.48 per annum
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
39
Company Name
SAWBRIDGEWORTH, LONDON ROAD - 100196
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Latest

Customer Services Assistant

Location
Barton under Needwood
Department
Customer Services Assistant
Advertising Salary
£12.00 per hour
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hours Per Week
12
Company Name
BARTON - 100738
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